PacWestGS has some great shots of the TT fuel tank in the Threadfest and has pics of TT's new shorty bashplate..

Is there any advantage to having the smaller plate?

Only downside I can see is that it would appear from the photo that the starter motor is unprotected.

__________________"1200GS. It's like the girl you marry, reliable, maybe a bit overweight but you know she will always look after you even though she may not be the most exciting ride. HP2. It’s like the pole dancer you have thoughts of running away with, you know at some point it will end in tears but you just have to come back for more, at times it makes no sense but when you get down and dirty who cares about sense." - scotsmun

any of you guys got good photos of the TT rack rails and how they mount, I looked at the rack at the BMW dealer on the X-Ch and think it is very nice but the rack surface sucks. I like the way the mounting rails act as grab rails, Does the TT one mount the same way and if so is it sturdy enough to use as grab rails, is there room for your hand to use them as grab rails.

Yes, I have one on my bike, and you could definately use it for a grab rail. Big enough and strong enough. Although, I think the BMW rack would be more comfortable to hold...

Hey if anyone else is interested in new rims for their GX, now is the time to act! Woody has just made some amazing "Light as a feather, custom trick alu, wheel hubs" for the HP2 and I am begging him to make some for the GX... http://www.advrider.com/forums/showt...96#post5807896

At the moment if you want Excel rims you are stuck with the BMW hub which weighs TOO MUCH!

I sure want a set of them, but I realise ordering a set of wheels at Haan Wheels here in Holland would be cheaper.

BTW, I personally don't care much for the weight of the hubs. So far they have proven to be strong enough (from the shape and finish they seem to come from the same factory as the Aprilia and Husky hubs).

Hey folks!
I don't own a G650XC but I know, that a lot of people wanted some more pic's/info.
Well, I went to the IMS show in Seattle and TT had the tank on display.
According to TT, the tank will hold 16 liters; cost around $800.00 to $900.00 here in the US and will be available within the next two months.

What I noticed: It is of white color but you can look through it to check the fuel level.
It is equipped with two petcock's at the lowest possible point(check attached pic's) and will be conected to the main tank.